Tanker Truck Accidents

One of the most dangerous trucks on the road is the tanker truck. Tanker trucks often carry cargo that’s extremely dangerous to people and the environment. That’s why they’re required to hire specially trained operators who know exactly how to handle these loads. When they don’t, an accident may occur. If you or a loved one were in an accident with a tanker truck, contact the 1800-Truck-Wreck lawyers for help. Our team can make sure you’re well represented and help you recover compensation for injuries, property damage, or loss of life.

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Why Tanker Trucks Are Dangerous

There are several reasons why tanker trucks are extremely dangerous. The primary reason is tanker trucks carry hazardous substances. Sometimes these hazardous substances are chemicals that can harm people or animals if they contact skin or are inhaled. Other times, they’re bad for the environment if spilled. In addition, tanker trucks haul extremely flammable materials like industrial chemicals, gasoline, and ethanol that can cause major fires or explosions.

While tanker trucks are required to carry high insurance coverage, it’s rarely enough to cover all of the damages if an accident occurs. Trucking companies even come up with strategies to pay less for insurance because of how expensive it is to cover transporting hazardous materials. These companies and their insurance companies often dispute claims because trucking accidents involving tankers are very serious and often result in high payouts.

How Tanker Truck Accidents Happen

Tanker truck accidents can happen for a variety of reasons. A tanker truck may be involved in an accident due to negligence or recklessness on part of the driver. For example, they may be driving aggressively, following too closely, speeding or working while they are too tired to drive. They may also be distracted by using a cell phone or even be impaired by drugs or alcohol. While the driver is at fault most of the time, there are instances where another party is entirely or partially responsible for the incident.

A tank that is improperly filled or drivers who are incorrectly trained can be the responsibility of someone other than the driver. The trucking company is responsible for maintaining the truck and not cutting corners when it comes to securing the cargo or maintaining the tractor. It may also be the shipping company that owns the trailer and is responsible for making sure it’s safe for the truck to pick up and travel with the cargo.

These situations are complex. That’s why you need an expert attorney to represent you if you or a loved one is involved in an accident with a tanker truck. At 1800-Truck-Wreck, we specialize in collisions with tanker trucks. Our team understands exactly what evidence you need to hold the right parties accountable and get the settlement you deserve.

What To Do After A Tanker Truck Accident

If you’re in an accident with a tanker truck, the first thing you need to do is seek care from medical personnel onsite. Never waive medical care in these situations, even if you think you aren’t injured. You may need to get additional tests done if the cargo of the tanker truck escaped and you came into contact with it in any way.

Consider contacting an experienced tanker truck accident attorney closely following the incident, especially if you were injured or sustained property damage.

Contact the Tanker Truck Accident Attorneys at 1800-Truck-Wreck

The experienced attorneys at 1800-Truck-Wreck will help you recover money for medical bills, vehicle replacement, or wrongful death. We will investigate to ensure the police didn’t miss anything and the trucking company isn’t hiding anything. Most importantly, our team will make sure you’re treated fairly by the insurance and trucking companies. Sometimes, these companies use intimidation tactics and work with their legal team to pay as little as possible after an accident.

You may sustain serious medical conditions that last for years or even the rest of your life. Making sure you are fairly compensated is absolutely vital. There are filing deadlines and evidence that needs to be collected. You should contact the 1800-Truck-Wreck team immediately following an accident, even if you’re not sure if you have a case.

The 1800-Truck-Wreck team will advise you on your next steps after a tanker truck accident. We will work relentlessly to represent you to get compensation from the insurance company or trucking company, so you can focus on healing.